Does deleting an iMessage conversation delete both sides?

When I permanently delete a thread in iMessages, is the conversation deleted for both sides or only me?


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Posted on Aug 4, 2025 7:39 PM

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Posted on Aug 4, 2025 7:44 PM

You only control the messages on your device when you delete a conversation. You do have the option to unsend a message where it would be removed from the recipients device, but that needs to be done within 2 minutes of sending the message.

Unsend and edit messages on iPhone - Apple Support


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Does deleting an iMessage conversation delete both sides?

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